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Michael Crabtree, WR, Niners (ADP: 45.14): He hit the ground running in the middle of 2009, an amazing thing for a rookie receiver with little experience. We want to love him, we really do. But can we be sure that Crabtree will emerge as the main target in this passing game, given that Vernon Davis will demand a ton of targets as well? And how sold is anyone on Vernon Smith?
In the right situation, Crabtree could be a Top 15 or even Top 10 receiver right this second. Alas, San Francisco isn't that place. Crabtree might have a breakout second season anyway, but the possible breakout is already priced in as a sure thing. Don't pay for it.
Chad Ocho Cinco, WR, wholesale Bengals jersey (ADP: 46.86): When two receivers converge on the same team, you always want the No. 2 guy if he's significantly discounted. In this case, that's Terrell Owens, the guy with something to prove and the guy who's gobbling up Carson Palmer aerials left and right this summer. Ocho Cinco still might wind up begin the top receiver in Cincinnati, but there's no way he'll be the best value.
Brandon Jacobs, RB, Giants (ADP: 52.38): This one is such a slam-dunk, we're not going to get wordy. You can get Ahmad Bradshaw 2-3 rounds later, and even if the prices were even, we'd still take Bradshaw, the younger, faster, and tougher back.
Green Light
Joseph Addai, RB, Colts (ADP: 48.61): There's nothing exciting about him - he's not a home-run hitter, he's not a highlight-film type of guy. But the Colts love him for his ball security, blocking skills and receiving acumen, and that's also why Donald Brown can't seem to get into the game. Every week the Indy offense faces an opposing defense
hell-bent on stopping cheap Peyton Manning jersey and friends - and that's why Addai can be so valuable even without one jaw-dropping skill.
Steve Smith, WR, Giants (ADP: 39.63): He's just a hair in front of the other Steve Smith, but in our eyes the right play is the New York man all the way. Smith's gigantic breakout year wasn't built on big plays or flukes, but rather sound route-running and a tremendous rapport with Eli Manning. Those are the type of skills that you can count on
showing up, year-in and year-out. Said another way, we like the continuity here, and when in doubt, ride with the receiver who gets the third-down targets.
Yellow Light
Knowshon Moreno, RB, Broncos jersey (ADP 36.05): He's sidelined with a hamstring injury right now and it's certainly factored into the price. Here's the upside: we're talking about a first-round pedigree and someone who has no major competition behind him on the roster. You could see Josh McDaniels and Kyle Orton trusting Moreno more as 2009
went along; the additional reliance in the passing game tells you that. In some groups Moreno will even slip out of the top four rounds because owners hate taking chances with their early picks. We understand that theme, but sometimes you have to toss the dice and let the upside come out with a pick that could win you your league. There's a lot of room for profit here.
Greg Jennings, WR,cheap Packers jersey (ADP: 27.62): We were hoping to get a discount off his disappointing 2009 season, and sadly that hasn't happened. But Jennings is still the top downfield threat on a loaded Green Bay offense, and we love how the ball pretty much hasn't hit the ground in their early practices and exhibitions. Aaron Rodgers might be a good sleeper pick for league MVP right now, and Jennings will come around for the ride. And while you're at it, see if you can land tight end Jermichael Finley in Round 5 or 6 - again, the cost isn't cheap, but we still see profit likely.
2010年8月25日星期三
2010年8月20日星期五
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In 1977, the season in the Tampa bay buccaneers before visiting teams have been losing streak, the team's "expanded by 30-23 bowl beat his opponent. Two weeks later, October 30, when the team's quarterback JimZorn injured again after four weeks, he throws the ball four touchdowns, 56-17 defeat in the huge egg suny buffalo bill. In 1977, the team last season with 5-9, complete season than last season.
On June 15, 1972, an organization called cheap Seattle Seahawks jerseys professional football in Seattle, Washington group trying to an NFL team [1]. After years of time on June 4th, 1974, NFL to expand, followed in December 5, chairman of the NFL with W.N Lloyd Rozelle Pete formal agreement, the ordstrom Nordstrom family as the main partner. Unfortunately, LloydNordstrom in 1976, on January 20, died of heart disease. For the first game in haiying before a month.
1975 before March 5, university of Washington, Seattle, John Thompson's top official in life is the former team has become a manager. June 17, 1975, in the name of seventeen hundred and twenty thousand votes, determines the name for Seattle haiying. She invited Minnesota vikings ta JackPatera as coach. Patera in 1976, on January 3rd officially became a coach. New draft on March 30 and the Tampa bay buccaneers, and there are first pick of the team and the club can choose one of the players to protect [3] in Seattle, a second draft 450kg picks, team stumbled SteveNiehaus who chose. On August 1st team in the huge egg play their first game, the game for the pre-season games against San Francisco 49.
Haiying is the only team had twice turned called federation. In 1976, between the west is connected in a season, the new team after the Tampa bay buccaneers join the nl west, haiying team to the al west war. The reorganization plan of expansion is NFL, two teams can play in different cib. In 2002, the NFL to can let each partition four teams, so the nl 450kg merger, the team is also make al west teams for the first four teams respectively for Denver, San Diego, Kansas city sheiks and Auckland invaders.
wholesale Seattle Seahawks jerseys haiying won five division: in 1998 and 1999, the al west and in 2004 and 2005 and 2006 the nl west. In 2005 they won the league title, and the first league championship in 1983 palace-intrigue wars. Once in the postseason team has been a long time since cannot win in the playoffs in 1984 with 20-10 beat Washington reds until 2005 season, the team to victory 5-8.
Cindy pull the (1976-1979) haiying significant victory in the season before the game. On August 26, 1976 HouSi meal and oil traders 450kg SteveLargent exchanged. The first victory in October 17, and they defeated the away game in the same period the NFL to join the Tampa bay buccaneers. On November 7, the team won the first home victory over 30-13, Atlantic falcons o. In 2-14 under the results.
However, a good performance of Jim Zorn Largent and attracted attention of fans. January 17, 1977, the king held a huge egg in 1977 professional bowl game. This is the first professional bowl history of tickets sold out all appear. They achieved after Largent at Dallas cowboys, haiying and exchanged a first round and three second-round pick. Cowboy decided in exchange draft choice Dorsett Tony.
In 1977, the season in the Tampa bay buccaneers before visiting teams have been losing streak, the team's "expanded by 30-23 bowl beat his opponent. Two weeks later, October 30, when the team's quarterback JimZorn injured again after four weeks, he throws the ball four touchdowns, 56-17 defeat in the huge egg suny buffalo bill. In 1977, the team last season with 5-9, complete season than last season.
2010年8月16日星期一
Knox is the perfect fit in Mike Martz's offense
Some Bears players may want to burn the videotape from their game against the Chargers. Others may want to incorporate it — or parts of it — into their portfolio should they be looking for work soon.
It is difficult to judge units in a game like Saturday's because of the number of players who played and the lack of flow. So instead we'll focus on how some notable individuals fared after a review of the tape.
Al Afalava: He came on last year about this time, so he can do it again. But he didn't do it Saturday. It's hard to figure what has happened to this guy.
Getting called for pass interference in the end zone was bad enough, but Brian Urlacher Afalava also failed to block Brandon Lang when he lined up as the personal protector on the punt team. Result: blocked punt, safety.
Afalava did have an interception, but there was nothing remarkable about it. Chargers quarterback Jonathan Crompton threw the ball right to him in the open field. Alfalava should have had a nice return, but he fell down.
Devin Aromashodu: Yes, he can sit at the adults' table. If Aromashodu keeps producing the way he did Saturday, it doesn't make sense to keep him out of the starting lineup.
Kahlil Bell: The third running back spot remains up for grabs, but Bell Matt Forte made the most of his limited opportunities. He made a nice catch of a pass that was thrown behind him and turned it into a 13-yard gain.
Garrett Wolfe, meanwhile, failed to block Claude Spillman in a blitz pickup and was responsible for a play that easily could have been a sack or interception.
Lance Briggs: I don't think there is anything to worry about with this guy, but he dropped a potential interception and missed a tackle at the line of scrimmage on an 18-yard run.
If there is one criticism of Briggs' game, it's that he misses too many tackles. Missed tackles should be expected early in the preseason because the Bears don't practice tackling. Saturday was the first time any Bears defender tried to bring down a ballcarrier.
But the tackling needs to be cleaned up in short order.
Caleb Hanie: It took him a while to find his groove, but once he did Hanie seemed to relax and execute. He didn't lock onto receivers. He escaped pressure, rolled out and continued to survey the field — it paid off on his 7-yard touchdown pass.
Put the blame on his interception on him, however. Hanie held the ball too long — 3.9 seconds — before making a desperation throw under pressure.
Johnny Knox: Suspicions are confirmed. Knox is the perfect fit in Mike Martz's offense. He easily was the best route runner on the field.
Dan LeFevour: Let's face it, LeFevour was awful. He almost got his receivers killed on several of his passes. He had some bad overthrows. He didn't respond well to blitzes.
But LeFevour should be blamed for none of it. What should we have expected given the fact that the rookie, who needs more practice reps than anyone, has been given hardly any reps going back to minicamp?
What's more, his receivers were dropping passes and his protection was shaky. And the Chargers were blitzing him as if it were the Super Bowl.
Pisa Tinoisamoa: The aggression and speed with which he plays stand out. Tinoisamoa belongs on the field.
Nick Roach, with whom Tinoisamoa is competing for the strong-side linebacker job, also did some nice things. But he also lost containment on a run and failed to make a tackle he could have made.
Major Wright: If injuries have not settled the competition for the starting safety positions, Wright might have. He hasn't played enough for any of his flaws to be exposed, but he has shown he has the instincts to find the football, he gets there in a hurry and he's a sound tackler.
The Bears haven't had a safety like this in a while.
A couple of unheralded players who are fighting for roster spots also did some nice things. Undrafted free agent defensive end Barry Turner had some effective rushes. And linebacker Kevin Malast was very active with a team-high-tying seven tackles and a pass defended.
It is difficult to judge units in a game like Saturday's because of the number of players who played and the lack of flow. So instead we'll focus on how some notable individuals fared after a review of the tape.
Al Afalava: He came on last year about this time, so he can do it again. But he didn't do it Saturday. It's hard to figure what has happened to this guy.
Getting called for pass interference in the end zone was bad enough, but Brian Urlacher Afalava also failed to block Brandon Lang when he lined up as the personal protector on the punt team. Result: blocked punt, safety.
Afalava did have an interception, but there was nothing remarkable about it. Chargers quarterback Jonathan Crompton threw the ball right to him in the open field. Alfalava should have had a nice return, but he fell down.
Devin Aromashodu: Yes, he can sit at the adults' table. If Aromashodu keeps producing the way he did Saturday, it doesn't make sense to keep him out of the starting lineup.
Kahlil Bell: The third running back spot remains up for grabs, but Bell Matt Forte made the most of his limited opportunities. He made a nice catch of a pass that was thrown behind him and turned it into a 13-yard gain.
Garrett Wolfe, meanwhile, failed to block Claude Spillman in a blitz pickup and was responsible for a play that easily could have been a sack or interception.
Lance Briggs: I don't think there is anything to worry about with this guy, but he dropped a potential interception and missed a tackle at the line of scrimmage on an 18-yard run.
If there is one criticism of Briggs' game, it's that he misses too many tackles. Missed tackles should be expected early in the preseason because the Bears don't practice tackling. Saturday was the first time any Bears defender tried to bring down a ballcarrier.
But the tackling needs to be cleaned up in short order.
Caleb Hanie: It took him a while to find his groove, but once he did Hanie seemed to relax and execute. He didn't lock onto receivers. He escaped pressure, rolled out and continued to survey the field — it paid off on his 7-yard touchdown pass.
Put the blame on his interception on him, however. Hanie held the ball too long — 3.9 seconds — before making a desperation throw under pressure.
Johnny Knox: Suspicions are confirmed. Knox is the perfect fit in Mike Martz's offense. He easily was the best route runner on the field.
Dan LeFevour: Let's face it, LeFevour was awful. He almost got his receivers killed on several of his passes. He had some bad overthrows. He didn't respond well to blitzes.
But LeFevour should be blamed for none of it. What should we have expected given the fact that the rookie, who needs more practice reps than anyone, has been given hardly any reps going back to minicamp?
What's more, his receivers were dropping passes and his protection was shaky. And the Chargers were blitzing him as if it were the Super Bowl.
Pisa Tinoisamoa: The aggression and speed with which he plays stand out. Tinoisamoa belongs on the field.
Nick Roach, with whom Tinoisamoa is competing for the strong-side linebacker job, also did some nice things. But he also lost containment on a run and failed to make a tackle he could have made.
Major Wright: If injuries have not settled the competition for the starting safety positions, Wright might have. He hasn't played enough for any of his flaws to be exposed, but he has shown he has the instincts to find the football, he gets there in a hurry and he's a sound tackler.
The Bears haven't had a safety like this in a while.
A couple of unheralded players who are fighting for roster spots also did some nice things. Undrafted free agent defensive end Barry Turner had some effective rushes. And linebacker Kevin Malast was very active with a team-high-tying seven tackles and a pass defended.
2010年8月11日星期三
CB has been going against Calvin Johnson
I think it's important to develop a relationship with everybody. You're dappin' up guys, and certain guys have handshakes -- everybody has their own individual one -- and when we come together, we have the same one,'' Burleson said.
"It's brought something to the relationship. We can come out here and play football and not know each other the whole season, but if I'm going to ride and bleed and cry and sweat for a guy for a whole year, I want to know him deeper than just a jersey.
"Coach (Jim) Schwartz talks all the time about how this is a family, this is a brotherhood. When you're out there on the battlefield, you're fighting next to your brother. I want to get to know these guys, I don't want to feel like I'm playing next to a stranger.''
There's more to it than just having some laughs. There's a method to Burleson's madcap antics.
"I was blessed to be with Randy Moss (in Minnesota) and learned from him -- he gets things going and he likes to have fun out there on the field,'' said Burleson, an eight-year veteran. "I took his lead and it's followed me throughout my career. And when I came here, I didn't want to change that.
"I see it on the field. I don't know if it's just because of me, but this offense plays well when we're having a good time and enjoying ourselves. We're relaxed and focusing on our assignments.
"When teams are making mistakes -- and I saw it last year on my team with the Seahawks -- when you tense up and you start playing outside the love of the game, you're never as successful as you want to be.''
That is why Burleson can't wait to see a happy and fired-up Johnson unleashed against opposing defenses.
"Calvin's an amazing talent, and when he gets excited, he's even that much more powerful. He's going to make more plays,'' Burleson said. "My job is to make sure everybody's level is up every day. I accept the role of being the guy who is going to bring a lot of energy here. Not just with my play but also with being verbal and outgoing.''
And those Calvin Johnson touchdown celebrations?
"For sure, 100 percent,'' Burleson said. "He scored (in minicamp) and he did the soccer thing during the World Cup. I know if we can get him doing that at practice, we'll get him to celebrate during the game. We'll have to choreograph stuff.
"Like I said when I first signed here, you're going to see a completely different team this year. It's not because of me, it's because of the group they've brought together and the energy we have. Everything we talk about on and off the field is geared toward winning and having fun, not just getting through the season.''
Having practiced against Calvin Johnson for a week and a half of training camp and most of the off-season, Chris Houston said he now knows what NBA players feel like when they guard LeBron James.
He's like the football version," Houston said. "You know how LeBron just dunks on everybody, that's basically what he does. Basically LeBron will go to the hole and dunk on your (butt), and that's the same thing with the deep ball. Throw it up, 6-5 against a 5-11 cornerback. He's usually able to come down with the ball."
Johnson has won his share of matchups with Houston, including a play Sunday that earned the Lions' starting left cornerback a butt-chewing from defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham.
But Houston has shown plenty of fight, too, battling Johnson for jump balls and getting his share of deflections. He said playing against Calvin Johnson should pay big dividends this season.
"That helps me because you got to be on your game every snap," Houston said. "And I'm going to have to play those types of guys in the game. Brandon Marshall, big guy. Those two cats in Green Bay. So this helps me compete. Going against him every day in practice gets you ready. If you can cover him you can cover anybody."
Stafford sharp: Schwartz was effusive in praise for quarterback Matthew Stafford after Stafford led the offense to a quick touchdown in an end-of-practice 7-on-8 drill.
"It's brought something to the relationship. We can come out here and play football and not know each other the whole season, but if I'm going to ride and bleed and cry and sweat for a guy for a whole year, I want to know him deeper than just a jersey.
"Coach (Jim) Schwartz talks all the time about how this is a family, this is a brotherhood. When you're out there on the battlefield, you're fighting next to your brother. I want to get to know these guys, I don't want to feel like I'm playing next to a stranger.''
There's more to it than just having some laughs. There's a method to Burleson's madcap antics.
"I was blessed to be with Randy Moss (in Minnesota) and learned from him -- he gets things going and he likes to have fun out there on the field,'' said Burleson, an eight-year veteran. "I took his lead and it's followed me throughout my career. And when I came here, I didn't want to change that.
"I see it on the field. I don't know if it's just because of me, but this offense plays well when we're having a good time and enjoying ourselves. We're relaxed and focusing on our assignments.
"When teams are making mistakes -- and I saw it last year on my team with the Seahawks -- when you tense up and you start playing outside the love of the game, you're never as successful as you want to be.''
That is why Burleson can't wait to see a happy and fired-up Johnson unleashed against opposing defenses.
"Calvin's an amazing talent, and when he gets excited, he's even that much more powerful. He's going to make more plays,'' Burleson said. "My job is to make sure everybody's level is up every day. I accept the role of being the guy who is going to bring a lot of energy here. Not just with my play but also with being verbal and outgoing.''
And those Calvin Johnson touchdown celebrations?
"For sure, 100 percent,'' Burleson said. "He scored (in minicamp) and he did the soccer thing during the World Cup. I know if we can get him doing that at practice, we'll get him to celebrate during the game. We'll have to choreograph stuff.
"Like I said when I first signed here, you're going to see a completely different team this year. It's not because of me, it's because of the group they've brought together and the energy we have. Everything we talk about on and off the field is geared toward winning and having fun, not just getting through the season.''
Having practiced against Calvin Johnson for a week and a half of training camp and most of the off-season, Chris Houston said he now knows what NBA players feel like when they guard LeBron James.
He's like the football version," Houston said. "You know how LeBron just dunks on everybody, that's basically what he does. Basically LeBron will go to the hole and dunk on your (butt), and that's the same thing with the deep ball. Throw it up, 6-5 against a 5-11 cornerback. He's usually able to come down with the ball."
Johnson has won his share of matchups with Houston, including a play Sunday that earned the Lions' starting left cornerback a butt-chewing from defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham.
But Houston has shown plenty of fight, too, battling Johnson for jump balls and getting his share of deflections. He said playing against Calvin Johnson should pay big dividends this season.
"That helps me because you got to be on your game every snap," Houston said. "And I'm going to have to play those types of guys in the game. Brandon Marshall, big guy. Those two cats in Green Bay. So this helps me compete. Going against him every day in practice gets you ready. If you can cover him you can cover anybody."
Stafford sharp: Schwartz was effusive in praise for quarterback Matthew Stafford after Stafford led the offense to a quick touchdown in an end-of-practice 7-on-8 drill.
2010年8月8日星期日
BR Exclusive interview with Michael Oher
Running back Chris Johnson, in camp with a revised contract, says the Titans have assured him that negotiations toward a long-term deal could resume in September, The Tennessean reported.
"Basically I have to come in here and have a great year and get my Michael Oher history deal next year," he said. "I felt like I deserved it this year, but … I can say it won't happen again. This is the last time without me having a long-term deal. It's a must." …
The New Orleans Times-Picayune reported that free safety Darren Sharper(notes) could begin the season on the physically unable to perform list, which would sideline him for the first six games. Sharper is rehabbing from knee surgery.
Malcolm Jenkins(notes), a first-round pick in 2009, is taking Sharper's place for now, and the Saints are pleased with his transition from cornerback. …
Ravens offensive tackle Jared Gaither(notes), who has been in and out of practice because of back spasms and could be losing his grip on a starting job, was examined by a back specialist Saturday, The Baltimore Sun reported. Coach John Harbaugh said the early report indicated the problem isn't serious.
Gaither played left tackle last season, but the team flip-flopped him with Michael Oher(notes) in the offseason.
Big Mike himself is admirably played by Quinton Aaron, his broad shoulders carrying the responsibility of being the emotional balance to Bullock's Tuohy without disappearing and becoming merely a cipher for everything that is wrong with the world in her charitable eyes. He doesn't have a great deal in terms of dialogue, but in his locker he does have the same invaluable ability to wear the emotional scars of his character emblazoned in his eyes that made Michael Oher Duncan such a (flash in the pan) hot commodity after his comparable role in The Green Mile, and will no doubt enjoy a similar wave of good tidings as Gabourey Sidibe did in the aftermath of Precious last year.
The key is, neither Aaron or Bullock's performances are obviously award-baiting: there is none of the flamboyance or hysterics that one might expect of such a film, and that is enormously refreshing.
Elsewhere, the other acting performances are good without ever intruding on Bullock's screen space- although really they are essentially just furniture to Bullock and Aaron's performances. This is the filmic journey of their relationship after all.
"Basically I have to come in here and have a great year and get my Michael Oher history deal next year," he said. "I felt like I deserved it this year, but … I can say it won't happen again. This is the last time without me having a long-term deal. It's a must." …
The New Orleans Times-Picayune reported that free safety Darren Sharper(notes) could begin the season on the physically unable to perform list, which would sideline him for the first six games. Sharper is rehabbing from knee surgery.
Malcolm Jenkins(notes), a first-round pick in 2009, is taking Sharper's place for now, and the Saints are pleased with his transition from cornerback. …
Ravens offensive tackle Jared Gaither(notes), who has been in and out of practice because of back spasms and could be losing his grip on a starting job, was examined by a back specialist Saturday, The Baltimore Sun reported. Coach John Harbaugh said the early report indicated the problem isn't serious.
Gaither played left tackle last season, but the team flip-flopped him with Michael Oher(notes) in the offseason.
Big Mike himself is admirably played by Quinton Aaron, his broad shoulders carrying the responsibility of being the emotional balance to Bullock's Tuohy without disappearing and becoming merely a cipher for everything that is wrong with the world in her charitable eyes. He doesn't have a great deal in terms of dialogue, but in his locker he does have the same invaluable ability to wear the emotional scars of his character emblazoned in his eyes that made Michael Oher Duncan such a (flash in the pan) hot commodity after his comparable role in The Green Mile, and will no doubt enjoy a similar wave of good tidings as Gabourey Sidibe did in the aftermath of Precious last year.
The key is, neither Aaron or Bullock's performances are obviously award-baiting: there is none of the flamboyance or hysterics that one might expect of such a film, and that is enormously refreshing.
Elsewhere, the other acting performances are good without ever intruding on Bullock's screen space- although really they are essentially just furniture to Bullock and Aaron's performances. This is the filmic journey of their relationship after all.
2010年8月4日星期三
Reggie Nelson struggled badly last season
Are the safeties enough? They have faith in Gerald Alexander at strong safety, though he's not a guarantee to lock down a spot all season. But free safety is a huge issue. Reggie Nelson struggled badly last season with botched coverages and missed tackles and Anthony Smith didn't do a lot to displace Nelson last year. Word is Reggie Nelson has been better, but neither guy has made a big impression in practices I've seen so far.
They need the free safety to consistently play a reliable center field. And if he can't make a tackle, he at least has to hold the ball carrier up long enough for help to arrive.
With two games against Peyton Manning and two against Matt Schaub, if one of those guys can't provide help to corners Rashean Mathis and Derek Cox -- even if there is a vastly better pass rush -- the Jaguars could have some long AFC South afternoons.
They could look for an additional option on waivers.
With a 12-4 showing in 2005 and an 11-5 campaign in 2007, it looked like the Jacksonville Jaguars were on the verge of becoming an AFC power. But with back-to-back last place finishes in the AFC South, that no longer appears to be the case.
The Jaguars have plenty of room for improvement on both sides of the football. Last year, they ranked No. 24 in the NFL in scoring offense, averaging only 18.1 points per game. They also ranked No. 24 in scoring defense, giving up 23.8 points per game.
The defense must really step up if the Jags hope to dig their way out of the AFC South basement. But that will be no easy task when facing off against Peyton Manning, Matt Schaub and Chris Johnson a combined six times this season.
In this article, we'll take a brief look at both sides of the football. Then, I'll make my prediction on where I have the Jags finishing in their division.
They certainly have a large pool of candidates. Marcedes Lewis averaged 16.2 yards per catch last season, the best number in the league for a tight end, and another tight end, Zach Miller, is a potential big-play option.
Troy Williamson hasn't created buzz yet as he did last camp, but I still think they'd like him to secure the starting role opposite Sims-Walker because of his field-stretching speed. The three receivers from the 2009 draft -- Mike Thomas, Jarett Dillard and Tiquan Underwood -- are an intriguing pool. I anticipate Thomas can really grow into a nifty slot option.
They also like sixth-round pick Deji Karim from Southern Illinois, a quick back who could earn some touches and can win the kick return job. He'll probably have to get past Rashad Jennings to be a factor on offense, and I feel like they still like Jennings plenty too.
They need the free safety to consistently play a reliable center field. And if he can't make a tackle, he at least has to hold the ball carrier up long enough for help to arrive.
With two games against Peyton Manning and two against Matt Schaub, if one of those guys can't provide help to corners Rashean Mathis and Derek Cox -- even if there is a vastly better pass rush -- the Jaguars could have some long AFC South afternoons.
They could look for an additional option on waivers.
With a 12-4 showing in 2005 and an 11-5 campaign in 2007, it looked like the Jacksonville Jaguars were on the verge of becoming an AFC power. But with back-to-back last place finishes in the AFC South, that no longer appears to be the case.
The Jaguars have plenty of room for improvement on both sides of the football. Last year, they ranked No. 24 in the NFL in scoring offense, averaging only 18.1 points per game. They also ranked No. 24 in scoring defense, giving up 23.8 points per game.
The defense must really step up if the Jags hope to dig their way out of the AFC South basement. But that will be no easy task when facing off against Peyton Manning, Matt Schaub and Chris Johnson a combined six times this season.
In this article, we'll take a brief look at both sides of the football. Then, I'll make my prediction on where I have the Jags finishing in their division.
They certainly have a large pool of candidates. Marcedes Lewis averaged 16.2 yards per catch last season, the best number in the league for a tight end, and another tight end, Zach Miller, is a potential big-play option.
Troy Williamson hasn't created buzz yet as he did last camp, but I still think they'd like him to secure the starting role opposite Sims-Walker because of his field-stretching speed. The three receivers from the 2009 draft -- Mike Thomas, Jarett Dillard and Tiquan Underwood -- are an intriguing pool. I anticipate Thomas can really grow into a nifty slot option.
They also like sixth-round pick Deji Karim from Southern Illinois, a quick back who could earn some touches and can win the kick return job. He'll probably have to get past Rashad Jennings to be a factor on offense, and I feel like they still like Jennings plenty too.
2010年8月3日星期二
Ray Lewis doesn't seem quite so daunting
Looking at Albert Haynesworth's 350-pound frame, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to realize the big man may not be the healthiest guy in the world.
Notable for his nickname "Fat Al," Albert Haynesworth is one of the larger proportionate guys in football, and has gone through his career with quite a bit of luggage in the truck.
However, when it comes right down to it, Albert Haynesworth isn't the only big guy in the league. For name's sake, Ray Lewis himself is quite a large athlete, but somehow manages to squeeze through fitness tests year in and year out.
So why has Big Al been singled out as an unfit player? Sure, he's failed a handful of fitness tests and has had his stroke of controversy in the past two months, but like every player who strikes up a headline, there is normally a good reason behind such a saga.
Yes, fortunately for all of us, Albert Haynesworth is no exception.
"And what is the reason?" I hear you ask. It's simple...two words: Mike Shanahan.
For those who are unfamiliar with Mike Shanahan, let me break down his demeanor in one very simple word: Strict.
Ask anyone, and they won't hesitate to tell you Mike Shanahan firmly implements a no-nonsense policy, and he frowns upon laziness and tardiness.
All of a sudden, going eyeball-to-eyeball with Ray Lewis doesn't seem quite so daunting.
Rams running back Steven Jackson has a whole new outlook after viewing sharks from one of those underwater shark cages during his extended summer vacation in Africa.
"It was pretty amazing, to see great whites up close and personal," he told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. "I actually witnessed one hunting and devouring a seal. That was pretty nerve-wracking. ... It makes you forget about the cold, icy water, I'll tell you that. ...
"The scariest thing is not seeing the shark; it's when Ray Lewis disappears into the murky water. It didn't help that I was watching 'Shark Week' the whole week going into it."
Brad Dickson in the Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald, on Sidney the garden mollusk winning the World Snail Racing Championships in Congham, England: "Right now Sidney is taking a victory lap, which should be completed sometime in March."
Perdita Felicien, to the Toronto Sun, after beating Priscilla Lopes-Schliep in a clash of world-class 100-meter hurdlers Saturday night: "When you get 'P' versus 'P,' you've got to bring your 'A' game."
Comedian Argus Hamilton, after USC plucked Vols football coach Lane Kiffin and the NFL Titans' running-backs coach: "There haven't been this many Tennessee stars headed west since 'Hee-Haw' shot on location in Bakersfield."
Notable for his nickname "Fat Al," Albert Haynesworth is one of the larger proportionate guys in football, and has gone through his career with quite a bit of luggage in the truck.
However, when it comes right down to it, Albert Haynesworth isn't the only big guy in the league. For name's sake, Ray Lewis himself is quite a large athlete, but somehow manages to squeeze through fitness tests year in and year out.
So why has Big Al been singled out as an unfit player? Sure, he's failed a handful of fitness tests and has had his stroke of controversy in the past two months, but like every player who strikes up a headline, there is normally a good reason behind such a saga.
Yes, fortunately for all of us, Albert Haynesworth is no exception.
"And what is the reason?" I hear you ask. It's simple...two words: Mike Shanahan.
For those who are unfamiliar with Mike Shanahan, let me break down his demeanor in one very simple word: Strict.
Ask anyone, and they won't hesitate to tell you Mike Shanahan firmly implements a no-nonsense policy, and he frowns upon laziness and tardiness.
All of a sudden, going eyeball-to-eyeball with Ray Lewis doesn't seem quite so daunting.
Rams running back Steven Jackson has a whole new outlook after viewing sharks from one of those underwater shark cages during his extended summer vacation in Africa.
"It was pretty amazing, to see great whites up close and personal," he told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. "I actually witnessed one hunting and devouring a seal. That was pretty nerve-wracking. ... It makes you forget about the cold, icy water, I'll tell you that. ...
"The scariest thing is not seeing the shark; it's when Ray Lewis disappears into the murky water. It didn't help that I was watching 'Shark Week' the whole week going into it."
Brad Dickson in the Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald, on Sidney the garden mollusk winning the World Snail Racing Championships in Congham, England: "Right now Sidney is taking a victory lap, which should be completed sometime in March."
Perdita Felicien, to the Toronto Sun, after beating Priscilla Lopes-Schliep in a clash of world-class 100-meter hurdlers Saturday night: "When you get 'P' versus 'P,' you've got to bring your 'A' game."
Comedian Argus Hamilton, after USC plucked Vols football coach Lane Kiffin and the NFL Titans' running-backs coach: "There haven't been this many Tennessee stars headed west since 'Hee-Haw' shot on location in Bakersfield."
2010年8月2日星期一
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees
Shortly after landing midday at Louis Armstrong International Airport, Goodell visited with players and coaches at the team's training camp hotel and later with owner Tom Benson and General Manager Mickey Loomis.
"I just congratulated them on, not only a great season, but how they did it,'' Goodell said. "The relationship between them and this community is very special.
"I'm not surprised because I think this team has always had a special Jonathan Vilma relationship with the community, and I think they played a very valuable role, as well as the NFL, in helping them rebuild the Superdome which is a symbol of the tragedy that took place here.''
Though Goodell must remain bipartisan in his role as NFL czar, he has never disguised his affection for the Big Easy. He referred to the night of Sept. 25, 2006, and what it meant to him when the Saints played their first home game post-Hurricane Katrina against the Atlanta Falcons on national television.
"That was one of the highlights of my career in the NFL,'' Goodell said. "That was a great evening for this community and NFL in general. I'm not surprised by this community. It keeps coming back and meets every challenge. It shows the world in why it's such a great place to be.''
During his 10-minute visit with the players at the Airport Hilton, Darren Sharper Goodell fielded several questions about the current labor issues facing the league.
"He couldn't get into negotiation type things in that kind of meeting,'' Saints linebacker Scott Shanle said. "A couple of guys voiced their concerns and basically all he could say was 'I hear you' because nothing can be resolved right now.''
Goodell had more to say with reporters about the ongoing efforts of club owners and the NFL Players Association to get a new collective bargaining agreement and avoid a work stoppage in 2011.
"I don't think there is a lot of place for rhetoric,'' Goodell said. "I think the job is to get to the negotiating table and get it solved. We've got a lot of work to do. We have a lot of opportunities as a league to grow the game, to address our issues in a new collectrive bargaining agreement that will serve us all well including the players, the clubs and most importantly the fans.
"We have a responsibility here to the fans to make sure that we deal with our game in a responsible fashion. They want to see football and that's our job and we should get to work.''
Simply put, there should be no stopping the Saints this season. QB Drew Brees might still be one of the most underrated players in football in spite of the fact that he just led his team to a win in Super Bowl XLIV last year. He has offensive weapons at his disposal second to none in the NFC, and with a defense that has a tendency to turn you over, HC Sean Peyton should be heading back to the postseason with another division title in tote.
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But Monday at the Saints training camp may rank as one of them.
In the morning session, working on third-down plays, Brees and the offense were clearly out of sync and the reigning Super Bowl MVP hit on just 2 of his 7 attempts. Those numbers probably went a long way to explaining why, after just about every player had hit the locker room, Brees still had the quarterbacks on the practice field working with receivers Marques Colston and Robert Meachem, both of whom are sure to be key cogs in the Saints offense but both of whom are currently on the physically unable to perform list and consequently not involved in practice.
No one is concerned about Brees, of course, but the immediate payoff from Jeremy Shockey the extra morning work was hardly apparent in the afternoon when he connected on just four of eight passes, and two of them were very close to being intercepted, especially one over the middle that hit safety Malcolm Jenkins right in the hands but was dropped.
To be sure, it wasn't all on Brees. In the morning, a wide open Reggie Bush dropped a deep ball, albeit not one perfectly thrown but still one that should have been caught, and Bush later dropped one Brees threw low at his feet. In the afternoon, Bush seemed confused on a route and stopped when Brees threw deep. Bush turned in a solid performance that he lost the ball in the lights but that didn't excuse him from the conference Coach Sean Payton requested immediately thereafter.
"I just congratulated them on, not only a great season, but how they did it,'' Goodell said. "The relationship between them and this community is very special.
"I'm not surprised because I think this team has always had a special Jonathan Vilma relationship with the community, and I think they played a very valuable role, as well as the NFL, in helping them rebuild the Superdome which is a symbol of the tragedy that took place here.''
Though Goodell must remain bipartisan in his role as NFL czar, he has never disguised his affection for the Big Easy. He referred to the night of Sept. 25, 2006, and what it meant to him when the Saints played their first home game post-Hurricane Katrina against the Atlanta Falcons on national television.
"That was one of the highlights of my career in the NFL,'' Goodell said. "That was a great evening for this community and NFL in general. I'm not surprised by this community. It keeps coming back and meets every challenge. It shows the world in why it's such a great place to be.''
During his 10-minute visit with the players at the Airport Hilton, Darren Sharper Goodell fielded several questions about the current labor issues facing the league.
"He couldn't get into negotiation type things in that kind of meeting,'' Saints linebacker Scott Shanle said. "A couple of guys voiced their concerns and basically all he could say was 'I hear you' because nothing can be resolved right now.''
Goodell had more to say with reporters about the ongoing efforts of club owners and the NFL Players Association to get a new collective bargaining agreement and avoid a work stoppage in 2011.
"I don't think there is a lot of place for rhetoric,'' Goodell said. "I think the job is to get to the negotiating table and get it solved. We've got a lot of work to do. We have a lot of opportunities as a league to grow the game, to address our issues in a new collectrive bargaining agreement that will serve us all well including the players, the clubs and most importantly the fans.
"We have a responsibility here to the fans to make sure that we deal with our game in a responsible fashion. They want to see football and that's our job and we should get to work.''
Simply put, there should be no stopping the Saints this season. QB Drew Brees might still be one of the most underrated players in football in spite of the fact that he just led his team to a win in Super Bowl XLIV last year. He has offensive weapons at his disposal second to none in the NFC, and with a defense that has a tendency to turn you over, HC Sean Peyton should be heading back to the postseason with another division title in tote.
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But Monday at the Saints training camp may rank as one of them.
In the morning session, working on third-down plays, Brees and the offense were clearly out of sync and the reigning Super Bowl MVP hit on just 2 of his 7 attempts. Those numbers probably went a long way to explaining why, after just about every player had hit the locker room, Brees still had the quarterbacks on the practice field working with receivers Marques Colston and Robert Meachem, both of whom are sure to be key cogs in the Saints offense but both of whom are currently on the physically unable to perform list and consequently not involved in practice.
No one is concerned about Brees, of course, but the immediate payoff from Jeremy Shockey the extra morning work was hardly apparent in the afternoon when he connected on just four of eight passes, and two of them were very close to being intercepted, especially one over the middle that hit safety Malcolm Jenkins right in the hands but was dropped.
To be sure, it wasn't all on Brees. In the morning, a wide open Reggie Bush dropped a deep ball, albeit not one perfectly thrown but still one that should have been caught, and Bush later dropped one Brees threw low at his feet. In the afternoon, Bush seemed confused on a route and stopped when Brees threw deep. Bush turned in a solid performance that he lost the ball in the lights but that didn't excuse him from the conference Coach Sean Payton requested immediately thereafter.
2010年8月1日星期日
The Carolina Panthers finally parted ways with Jake Delhomme
Mike Goodson was carted off the field on Sunday with an ankle injury after going down during team drills.
As Goodson hobbled to the sidelines, he told trainers he thought it was his Achilles. He was later carted to the locker room and did not return. However, after practice coach John Fox told the media Goodson had an ankle injury and didn't break any bones. Still, Goodson could be out for several weeks depending on the severity of the ankle sprain.
The injury leaves the Panthers extremely thin at running back and could force the team to sign someone just to give them enough bodies to get through practice.
With Jonathan Stewart (foot) and Tyrell Sutton (calf) already on the sidelines, the Panthers were left with only DeAngelo Williams and Josh Vaughan for the final 40 minutes of practice. And since the Panthers don't want to overwork Williams during two-a-days, look for the rookie Vaughan to get a lot of carries on Monday.
Goodson had been having a great training camp prior to Sunday's setback, possibly playing himself into an active role on game day.
INSIDE THE GAME: The growing pains continue for rookie WR Armanti Edwards.
Although he made a nice grab during 7-on-7 drills, Edwards dropped an easy kickoff out of the Juggs machine prompting Fox to shout encouragingly, "C'mon Armanti!" Keep in mind Edwards is new at kickoffs, but it wasn't his first drop.
Edwards could have a tough time winning that job as Trent Guy and Brian Witherspoon both look faster on returns. Kenny Moore is also getting a look there and Tyrell Sutton could also figure into the mix.
NOTABLE: Despite losing Chris Harris this offseason and having an unproven defensive line playing in front of them, Carolina's secondary remains confident it will be one of the best in the league again this season.
The Panthers ranked fourth in pass defense a year ago, allowing just 191 yards per game through the air. They finished tied for fifth in the league with 22 interceptions.
"Last year we started off the season real slow, and it kind of carried on, but we picked up at the end of the year and ended up at a good spot," safety Charles Godfrey said. "We could have started it off right, we could have been at the top of the list on defense. We're not going to make that mistake this year."
In the final eight games the secondary really excelled with the defense allowing only 14 points per game while creating 22 turnovers.
"We're trying to start fast, in training camp, by working on the little things — breaking on the ball, running to the ball and creating turnovers," cornerback Chris Gamble said. "We've got to start it here, start fast, and then once preseason gets here, take it there and then take it into the season."
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: You can't go anywhere at training camp without seeing team president Danny Morrison. He's often been seen shaking hands with fans, which is all part of the team's obvious attempt to make this a more fan-friendly environment. So far it's working as the team has made several nice upgrades. On Monday, they'll be showing the movie "The Blind Side" after the evening practice.
INJURY UPDATE: WR Brandon LaFell didn't practice due to a bruised leg he suffered after a mid-air collision with Gamble the night before. Also, CB Richard Marshall was out again with back spasms, as was WR Charly Martin (broken finger) and DE Eric Moore (hamstring). DT Nick Hayden injured his hip on Sunday and had to leave early, too.
By the end of practice, the Panthers were down 12 guys due to injury if you include the guys on the PUP list.
On the bright side, DE Charles Johnson did return to work Sunday and resume his spot with the first team. He'd been out since Thursday.
WHO IMPRESSED: Although Carolina's quarterbacks have just eight starts between them, this may be the strongest group of arms collectively they've ever brought to training camp.
All four have been impressive at times during practice. Matt Moore and Hunter Cantwell have big strong arms, as does Tony Pike. Jimmy Clausen's arm is strong enough, but his biggest asset may be his accuracy.
What Carolina's quarterbacks may need most now is experience. Only Moore has NFL experience, and he's a mere pup himself having only started eight games.
AND WHO DIDN'T: Last year the Panthers kept only one undrafted rookie on the active roster — OT Garry Williams. However, it's not looking like the Panthers will hit that lottery again. This group of undrafted rookie linemen is really struggling with blocking techniques and it's hard to see any of them sticking around, especially when the Panthers probably already have the eight guys they want with Williams, Geoff Schwartz and Duke Robinson serving as backups to Jordan Gross, Travelle Wharton, Ryan Kalil, Mackenzy Bernadeau and Jeff Otah.
CAMP BATTLES: Speaking of the offensive line, the battle for the starting right guard spot has never really materialized since the Panthers have been forced to run Schwartz with the first team at right tackle with Otah sitting out.
The Carolina Panthers finally parted ways with Jake Delhomme and have focused on quarterback Matt Moore. Moore, plus a solid running game could be a key to Carolina's success. The
Carolina Panthers have a strong running back combination in the backfield with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart. Couple those two with one of the most exciting receivers in the NFL, Steve Smith and Matt Moore can get off to a good start as the quarterback for the Carolina Panthers.
As Goodson hobbled to the sidelines, he told trainers he thought it was his Achilles. He was later carted to the locker room and did not return. However, after practice coach John Fox told the media Goodson had an ankle injury and didn't break any bones. Still, Goodson could be out for several weeks depending on the severity of the ankle sprain.
The injury leaves the Panthers extremely thin at running back and could force the team to sign someone just to give them enough bodies to get through practice.
With Jonathan Stewart (foot) and Tyrell Sutton (calf) already on the sidelines, the Panthers were left with only DeAngelo Williams and Josh Vaughan for the final 40 minutes of practice. And since the Panthers don't want to overwork Williams during two-a-days, look for the rookie Vaughan to get a lot of carries on Monday.
Goodson had been having a great training camp prior to Sunday's setback, possibly playing himself into an active role on game day.
INSIDE THE GAME: The growing pains continue for rookie WR Armanti Edwards.
Although he made a nice grab during 7-on-7 drills, Edwards dropped an easy kickoff out of the Juggs machine prompting Fox to shout encouragingly, "C'mon Armanti!" Keep in mind Edwards is new at kickoffs, but it wasn't his first drop.
Edwards could have a tough time winning that job as Trent Guy and Brian Witherspoon both look faster on returns. Kenny Moore is also getting a look there and Tyrell Sutton could also figure into the mix.
NOTABLE: Despite losing Chris Harris this offseason and having an unproven defensive line playing in front of them, Carolina's secondary remains confident it will be one of the best in the league again this season.
The Panthers ranked fourth in pass defense a year ago, allowing just 191 yards per game through the air. They finished tied for fifth in the league with 22 interceptions.
"Last year we started off the season real slow, and it kind of carried on, but we picked up at the end of the year and ended up at a good spot," safety Charles Godfrey said. "We could have started it off right, we could have been at the top of the list on defense. We're not going to make that mistake this year."
In the final eight games the secondary really excelled with the defense allowing only 14 points per game while creating 22 turnovers.
"We're trying to start fast, in training camp, by working on the little things — breaking on the ball, running to the ball and creating turnovers," cornerback Chris Gamble said. "We've got to start it here, start fast, and then once preseason gets here, take it there and then take it into the season."
SIGHTS AND SOUNDS: You can't go anywhere at training camp without seeing team president Danny Morrison. He's often been seen shaking hands with fans, which is all part of the team's obvious attempt to make this a more fan-friendly environment. So far it's working as the team has made several nice upgrades. On Monday, they'll be showing the movie "The Blind Side" after the evening practice.
INJURY UPDATE: WR Brandon LaFell didn't practice due to a bruised leg he suffered after a mid-air collision with Gamble the night before. Also, CB Richard Marshall was out again with back spasms, as was WR Charly Martin (broken finger) and DE Eric Moore (hamstring). DT Nick Hayden injured his hip on Sunday and had to leave early, too.
By the end of practice, the Panthers were down 12 guys due to injury if you include the guys on the PUP list.
On the bright side, DE Charles Johnson did return to work Sunday and resume his spot with the first team. He'd been out since Thursday.
WHO IMPRESSED: Although Carolina's quarterbacks have just eight starts between them, this may be the strongest group of arms collectively they've ever brought to training camp.
All four have been impressive at times during practice. Matt Moore and Hunter Cantwell have big strong arms, as does Tony Pike. Jimmy Clausen's arm is strong enough, but his biggest asset may be his accuracy.
What Carolina's quarterbacks may need most now is experience. Only Moore has NFL experience, and he's a mere pup himself having only started eight games.
AND WHO DIDN'T: Last year the Panthers kept only one undrafted rookie on the active roster — OT Garry Williams. However, it's not looking like the Panthers will hit that lottery again. This group of undrafted rookie linemen is really struggling with blocking techniques and it's hard to see any of them sticking around, especially when the Panthers probably already have the eight guys they want with Williams, Geoff Schwartz and Duke Robinson serving as backups to Jordan Gross, Travelle Wharton, Ryan Kalil, Mackenzy Bernadeau and Jeff Otah.
CAMP BATTLES: Speaking of the offensive line, the battle for the starting right guard spot has never really materialized since the Panthers have been forced to run Schwartz with the first team at right tackle with Otah sitting out.
The Carolina Panthers finally parted ways with Jake Delhomme and have focused on quarterback Matt Moore. Moore, plus a solid running game could be a key to Carolina's success. The
Carolina Panthers have a strong running back combination in the backfield with DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart. Couple those two with one of the most exciting receivers in the NFL, Steve Smith and Matt Moore can get off to a good start as the quarterback for the Carolina Panthers.
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